Obi-Wan Kenobi is a landmark Star Wars limited series that explores the untold chapter of the legendary Jedi Master's exile. Set between the events of the prequel and original trilogies, it bridges the gap between a fallen Republic and the spark of rebellion.
Sinossi
A decade after the devastating events of Revenge of the Sith, Obi-Wan Kenobi lives a hollow existence on Tatooine, watching over a young Luke Skywalker. His isolation is shattered when he is called upon to rescue a kidnapped 10-year-old Princess Leia, leading him into a direct confrontation with the Imperial Inquisitors and his former Padawan, Darth Vader. The series maintains a somber, character-driven tone that balances Western-style desert survival with the high-stakes emotional weight of a master's lingering guilt.
Personaggi
Obi-Wan Kenobi
A haunted Jedi Master living in exile under the alias 'Ben' while protecting the galaxy's future hope.
Anakin Skywalker / Darth Vader
The Emperor's ruthless enforcer and Kenobi's former apprentice, consumed by a need for vengeance.
Princess Leia Organa
The precocious 10-year-old daughter of Senator Bail Organa whose kidnapping triggers Kenobi's return to action.
Reva (Third Sister)
A relentless and ambitious Inquisitor who harbors a personal vendetta and seeks to capture Kenobi for the Sith.
Owen Lars
Luke Skywalker's protective uncle who struggles to keep his family safe from the dangers of the Jedi and the Empire.
Stagioni
- ›Season 1 (2022) - 6 Episodes
- ›Season 2 (In Development) - Reported in active early development as of June 2025
Accoglienza
The series debuted to strong critical interest, maintaining an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes. While praised for its emotional depth and the powerful performances of Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen, it faced some internal debate regarding its pacing and visual scale. Fans particularly celebrated the 'Rematch of the Century' final duel, which has since become a cornerstone of modern Star Wars lore. Its legacy has sparked renewed interest in legacy characters, leading into the expanded universe projects of 2026.
Da Collezione
For collectors, the series is defined by high-end representations of the Kenobi vs. Vader rivalry. Hot Toys' 'Wandering Jedi' and 'Battle Damaged Vader' figures are considered contemporary grails for their uncanny likenesses. Hasbro's Black Series has seen significant value in its Inquisitorius line and the 'Jedi Legend' figures. Collectors also highly prize the Force FX Elite lightsaber replicas and specialized LEGO sets such as the Inquisitor Transport Scythe (75336), which consistently perform well in the secondary market.
Curiosità
💡The series was initially conceived as a standalone film before being transitioned into a Disney+ limited series format.
💡Ewan McGregor has publicly advocated for a second season, expressing interest in wearing his Clone Wars-era armor again.
💡The 2013 novel 'Kenobi' by John Jackson Miller served as a spiritual predecessor for exploring Ben's early years on Tatooine.
💡A professional-grade fan remake by PixelJoker95, featuring reworked VFX, became a major community milestone in 2026.
💡The show marks the first time Princess Leia's childhood adventures were depicted in live-action.
💡The Xbox-exclusive 'Star Wars: Obi-Wan' (2001) remains the only standalone video game solely dedicated to the character.
💡Obi-Wan Kenobi has appeared in every era of the Star Wars saga, from the High Republic era through to a Force Ghost in the sequels.
💡The 2022 series is set precisely 9 years before the events of the original 1977 film.
Cronologia
1977
Obi-Wan Kenobi debuts in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, portrayed by Alec Guinness.
1999
Ewan McGregor takes over the role for the Prequel Trilogy in The Phantom Menace.
2001
Release of the Xbox exclusive game 'Star Wars: Obi-Wan'.
2013
John Jackson Miller's novel 'Kenobi' is released, detailing the character's exile in Legends canon.
2022
The live-action 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' limited series premieres on Disney+.
2025
Reports emerge from industry insiders indicating a second season is in active development.
2026
The animated series 'Maul – Shadow Lord' and the game 'Star Wars: Zero Company' further expand the Kenobi-era lore.
